Five individuals were walking through the Salt Palace when they were approached by Justin Bartashnick (10/1/81). Justin pointed a silver object at them which they perceived to be a handgun and demanded money from them. The victims chased Justin out of the Salt Palace. An officer was in the area and was flagged down to help the victims. Justin was taken into custody and booked for robbery.

AFTERNOON SHIFT

1418
Possession of Stolen Property
800 S. State Street
12-85736

Two male suspects entered the Pawn shop at the above location and attempted to pawn a stolen shotgun. Officers responded and made contact with one of the suspects in the parking lot. The suspect, Steffan Nunley (10/31/92), ran from officers but was quickly taken into custody. He was booked into jail on numerous felony charges.

GRAVEYARD SHIFT

No significant events.

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